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Retailer sweep: No signs of stock…
Another day is coming to an end and once again there’s no signs of pre-order stock. Folks in the U.K. saw some stock this morning, but the U.S. remains in a drought. But as we keep saying, that drought will end next week when the official launch day arrives.
In the meantime, you can check out all the retailers via the links below.
Nintendo updates Switch 2 compatibility list
Nintendo has updated its list of Switch 1 games that’ll play nicely on the Switch 2. The list is now broken up into sections: games with start up issues on Switch 2, playable games with some in-game compatibility issues, and games with issues that will be addressed by launch or shortly thereafter.
There are also some games — such as Ring Fit Adventure — where you’ll need to use your old Joy-Cons instead of the new Joy-Con 2. You can dive into the full list via the link below.
An accessory worth pre-ordering now…
The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is going to be one of the most popular Switch 2 accessories. It actually managed to sell out last month, but retailers are offering pre-order stock once again. If you know you’re going to get a Switch 2 on launch day, make sure to secure a Switch 2 Pro Controller as well.
Restock alert: Bundles at ShopTo (UK)
Folks in the U.K. have one more opportunity to score a Switch 2. Right now ShopTo has a Switch 2 bundle available for £512. It’s mighty pricey, but it includes the standalone Switch 2 console, Switch 2 Camera, and a Stealth Premium Travel Kit.
The pre-order situation here in the U.S. is still pretty bleak, but I’ll keep checking in the hopes that we see at least one pre-order opportunity before launch day.
One Switch 2 bundle left in stock at Currys (UK)
Gamers in the U.K. have been positively showered with chances to buy a Switch 2 over the past few weeks, and even now, with the console just over a week away from launch, there’s still time to lock in a pre-order.
Currys restocked its Switch 2 pre-orders last week, and while most of its allocation appears to have been snapped up, there’s a single bundle option left. Right now, you can get a Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart Bundle with Street Fighter 6, Switch 2 Camera and 256GB microSD Express card for £579 at Currys.
It’s a pretty steep price compared to the base console’s £395 RRP, but you’re getting plenty of extras for the additional cash here, and all the items are being sold at cost price, so there’s no nasty markup. If your budget can stretch, it’s a solid option.
- Switch 2 + Mario Kart + Street Fighter 6 + Camera + 256GB microSD: £579 @ Currys
Switch 2 will support USB mice!
In non-restock news, it’s been confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 will support additional USB mice, rather than merely the mouse mode on the Joy-Con 2.
This is a pretty huge deal. My colleague, Jeff Parsons, tried out the Switch 2 last month (I swear, I’m not jealous…) and found the mouse mode a bit too clunky to be truly useful. However, with the option to use a mouse of your own choosing, using a mouse will be a very viable control option on Nintendo Switch 2. Consider me pleased.
Switch 2 stock sweep – still no signs of pre-orders
Nintendo Switch 2’s launch is just around the corner, but on the pre-order front it’s been a very quiet few weeks, and as we enter Tuesday (May 27), there are no signs of that changing.
I’ve said before, it looks like retailers are stocking up for the already announced launch week restocks, and that appears to still be the case, as no major retailers are currently taking Switch 2 pre-orders. As for Amazon? There’s still no sign of the console at all.
If you don’t want to take my word for it, here’s all the retailer links so you can check for yourself. Of course, if anything changes, I will be sure to alert you in this live blog.
Could we see Switch 2 stock now holiday weekend is over
If you’re feeling a little blue as you head back to work following the extended Memorial Day weekend, the silver lining could be that the odds of a Switch 2 pre-order restock have now increased.
For clarification, no restocks are confirmed this week, but the chances of retailers replenishing Switch 2 stock on a holiday weekend are fairly remote. Now that we’re beyond Memorial Day, there is a better chance we could see new opportunities to order before launch week.
I’m about to do my first stock sweep of the day, so I will soon report back if there’s any signs of Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders at present. Watch this space…
All quiet in the U.S. and U.K…
There’s still a few hours left in the holiday weekend, but so far there’s been no sign of Switch 2 pre-order stock. I’ve checked retailers in the U.S. and in the U.K. and it’s quiet on both sides of the pond.
But don’t give up quite yet. Switch 2 launch day is around the corner and if you’ve waited this long, you can certainly wait a few more days. In the meantime, I leave you with the all- important retailer links if you wanna give it a go for yourself.
Samsung pushing for a Switch 2 OLED…
If you’re like me, you’re probably disappointed that the Switch 2 lacks an OLED screen. Well, it appears that Samsung is pushing Nintendo to use its OLED panels in a future version of the Switch 2, according to Bloomberg.
Samsung is one of Nintendo’s key hardware partners and also provided the OLED display panels used in the current Nintendo Switch OLED. So it’s not too surprising to see the company pushing for an Switch 2 OLED.
That said, this doesn’t guarantee there will be an OLED Switch 2, but the fact that one of Nintendo’s key hardware partners is pushing for an OLED model could be good news for gamers who want that OLED screen.
Could Switch 2 make a Memorial Day appearance?
Memorial Day is underway and while the retail holiday is a great time for deals, it’s unlikely we’ll see any Switch 2 pre-orders today. Nintendo’s official launch day is next week and I doubt retailers will want to release any pre-orders ahead of next week.
Instead whatever stock they have now will be held back for all the launch day events we expect to see next week. I’ll still keep an eye on pre-orders today just in case something shows up, but rest assured it’ll probably be a quiet day.
That said, if you’re looking for deals make sure to check out our Memorial Day sales live blog.
Retailers are getting their Switch 2 stock!
Target has gotten their shipment of the #NintendoSwitch2 pic.twitter.com/eIWFkJ6Kd7May 26, 2025
It’s feels surreal to say Nintendo Switch 2 launches next week after all these years of rumors, leaks and waiting, but we really are entering the end game now.
Retailers are now receiving their units ahead of launch on June 5, so it’s full steam ahead over the next few days as we build up to the release date. Still no stock to speak of, but we know there will be more chance to buy next week, and we’re still tracking all the latest pre-order updates, and will alert you if the situation changes before then.
We’ve played the Nintendo Switch 2 already
If you’re still weighing up the pros and cons of purchasing a Switch 2 ahead of launch week, then you’ll want to read our hands-on impressions after two hours with the console.
A few lucky members of the TG team were able to get some time with the Switch 2 (I swear I’m not jealous…), and the report back paints a promising picture. It looks like Nintendo has really nailed the fundamentals of the system, even if our staffers weren’t totally sold on all the console’s new additions like the mouse mode.
Fortunately, it won’t be long until the console is in the wild and we can all judge for ourselves how the Switch 2 stacks up. But my hype levels are certainly rising right now.
Switch 2 launch day – confirmed restocks
At this point, it appears that most retailers are building up inventory ahead of holding restocks on Switch 2 launch day (June 5), and these will largely be in-store only.
Target, Best Buy and Walmart have confirmed they will have limited additional stock of the Switch 2 on launch day in-store. GameStop will also have extra consoles in-store, but has also confirmed it will take orders online. GameStop and Best Buy will also hold midnight launches for pre-order customers, and for those without a pre-order yet.
So, if you want to secure a Switch 2 as soon as possible, next week looks your best bet.
Switch 2 still in stock in the U.K.
While the stock situation has been pretty bleak in the U.S., over in the U.K. it’s been remarkably plentiful. In fact, you can still score a pre-order right now over at Currys.
There is a caveat here, you can’t buy a Switch 2 standalone unit, instead you’ll have to opt for a bundle, which means spending more than £550. It’s quite an eye watering price, but if your budget can stretch, and you want some accessories anyway, these bundles are good value, offering the console with some useful extras like the Switch 2 Camera and a microSD Express card to boost your Switch 2 storage space.
Here’s the Switch 2 stock links you need
The Switch 2 is currently out of stock in the U.S., but you’ll want to be checking retailers regularly as fresh stock at drop at a moments notice. So, below are all the retailer links you need to bookmark so you can ensure you’re ready to go when restocks occur.
Of course, endlessly checking retailer links sounds exhausting, so you could just bookmark this live blog, as I’ll be alerting you the moment Switch 2 is available again.
Welcome!
Hello! Welcome to Tom’s Guide’s Switch 2 pre-order live blog, where I’ll be tracking the latest stock information for Nintendo’s frustratingly difficult to purchase upcoming console. Switch 2’s launch is just over a week away, so could this be the week where we finally see some proper restocks, or will supply be held back for the release date.
